A special recognition event honoring former workers at Ames Laboratory will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, at Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Blvd., in Ames.

Visit with former co-workers, friends and community members, and receive information and assistance from the Department of Energy’s former workers medical screening program and the Ombudsman for the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program. Lunch will be served at noon.

The community is invited to the performance and the congregate lunch preceding the performance at 11:15 a.m. The meal will include oven-fried chicken and baked potato.

Reservations are needed for lunch, but not the performance, by calling (515) 233-2906 by Thursday, Sept. 20.

CyServe

Service day is Saturday

The fifth-annual CyServe Day will be Saturday, Sept. 22. This year’s volunteer projects include collaborative efforts with the Campustown Action Association, Harmony Clothing Closet, Bethany Manor, Story!, Ames Parks and Recreation, Wesley Foundation, and others that provide volunteers with an opportunity to serve in diverse projects with flexible schedules.

Students and community members are invited to join in. To register to volunteer, visit http://www.10000hours.stuorg.iastate.edu/.

Christiansen Forest Preserve

Trail workday is Saturday

Join Story County Conservation for a TEAM (Trail Enhancement And Management) Day at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at Christiansen Forest Preserve, 55973 310th St., in Huxley.

Volunteers are asked to bring a water bottle and should dress for the weather. Long pants, gloves and boots or sturdy shoes are recommended.